<p>I’m not sure I understand what you’re saying-are you asking why a top 7% student would attend texas state over A&M?
If so, I think it’d depend on the situation/fit. College is what you make of it. I’m in top 5% so I’m auto admit to TAMU and UT. I don’t want to stay in Texas, but if I did and for whatever reason UT didn’t work out, I would probably go to Texas State or Texas Tech. I think being happy is better than uncomfortable or isolated in my environment- even though TAMU might “look better,” being at “the top” of Texas State could mean big scholarship, better opportunities, etc.
I think it just depends on the person!</p>